Institutional Programs

Curry provides our students with millions of dollars in funding each year. Curry offers both merit aid (scholarships) and need based aid (Curry grants). Scholarships are generally awarded to acknowledge prior academic achievement or promising academic ability; character and citizenship, community service, or leadership. Scholarships, also known as gift aid, are a type of financial aid, that does not need to be repaid. *Please note - students who receive Merit Scholarships will not be eligible to receive either the Family Discount or the Alumni Discount.*

Merit Based Scholarships are awarded by the Curry College Office of Admission to entering full-time, first-year and transfer students who have completed a college preparatory or higher curriculum. All students are considered at the time of acceptance for Merit Based Scholarships. There is no additional application required. For more detailed information, please review the listings of Merit Based Scholarships. All scholarships are credited to the student's tuition account approximately one week after the end of the add/drop period for the semester. Renewal of these funds annually is contingent on meeting the academic requirements set forth in the student's notification letter at the time of acceptance to the College and continuous, consecutive full-time enrollment in a degree-program.

Named Scholarships are provided through the generosity of donors and are administered by the Curry College Office of Student Financial Services. These scholarships are awarded to full-time students annually by the appropriate department. Generally, students must be enrolled full-time in a traditional undergraduate degree program. For more detailed eligibility information, please review the listings of Named Scholarships available. All scholarships are credited to the student's tuition account approximately one week after the end of the add/drop period for the semester.

Need Based Curry Grants are awarded by the Curry College Student Financial Services Office to full-time, traditional, degree-seeking students who demonstrate financial need as a result of filing the FAFSA. You must apply for financial aid and file a FAFSA annually to be considered for any type of Curry Grant. All grants are credited to the student's tuition account approximately one week after the end of the add/drop period for the semester.

Curry Nursing Student Grant: This grant is awarded to full-time, traditional undergraduate , degree-seeking nursing students on the basis of demonstrated financial need as a result of filing the FAFSA and as funding levels permit. Award amounts vary.

Other Curry College funds are available based on the eligibility requirements noted for each award below. You do not have to file a FAFSA for consideration for funding.

Family Discount: If a family has more than one student attending Curry at the same time and both are enrolled full-time as traditional undergraduates in a degree program, the second student will receive a 10% discount of their tuition. The discount only applies to regular full-time tuition charges and excludes course overload fees, room and board and any other fees. Students receiving Merit Based Scholarships or other tuition discounts are not eligible to receive this discount. There is no application process for this discount. All discounts are credited to the student's tuition account approximately one week after the end of the add/drop period for the semester.

Alumni Discount: If you are the child of a Curry Alum, you will receive a 10% discount on your tuition, provided you are enrolled full-time as a traditional undergraduate in a degree program. Students receiving Merit Based Scholarships or other tuition discounts are not eligible. The discount only applies to regular full-time tuition charges and excludes course overload fees, room and board and any other fees. Students receiving Merit Based Scholarships are not eligible to receive this discount. There is no application process for this discount. All discounts are credited to the student's tuition account approximately one week after the end of the add/drop period for the semester.

Resident Assistant (RA) Discount: Once you have applied, been offered and accept the role of a Resident Assistant, the Residence Life Office will notify Student Financial Services of your hired status. You will be awarded a RA discount per the terms of your hire date and employment period. All discounts are credited to the student's tuition account approximately one week after the end of the add/drop period for the semester.

Merit Based Scholarships

The College offers a number of merit based scholarships. During the admission process, each student who is offered admission to Curry College will automatically be considered for a merit scholarship.

For students entering the College as of September, 2015: Curry College Trustrees Scholarship, Academic Achievement Scholarship, are awarded to acknowledge past academic achievement, promising academic ability, demonstrated leadership skills, character and citizenship, community service and talent. These awards range from $3,000 to $18,000 and are renewable for three additional years provided you continue consecutive enrollment as a full-time, degree seeking student, maintain a minimum 2.7 grade point average and remain in good social and judicial standing.No additional application or FAFSA is required to be eligible for merit scholarships. Students who file the FAFSA may qualify for need-based aid in addition to a merit scholarship.

Curry Success Scholarship: In addition to one of the above merit scholarships, first-year students entering the College as of September 2013, will also be considered for a Curry Success Scholarship. Students meeting a minimum high school GPA and SAT/ACT score will be considered for this $4,000 scholarship. Similar to the above scholarships, the Curry Success Scholarship is renewable for three additional years provided you continue consecutive enrollment as a full-time, degree seeking student, maintain a minimum 2.7 grade point average and remain in good social and judicial standing. Please note, Nursing students are not eligible for the Curry Success Scholarship.

Alexander Graham Bell Awards

Alexander Graham Bell Awards are awarded to students who meet selection criteria and are renewable provided consecutive, continuous enrollment as a full-time, degree seeking undergraduate student. Students must also maintain satisfactory academic progress as outlined in the Curry College Course Catalog (PDF)

Curry Spirit Awards

The Curry Spirit Award in the amount of $5,000 is awarded to students who meet selection criteria and are renewable provided you complete the FAFSA annually and maintain consecutive, continuous enrollment as a full-time, degree seeking undergraduate student. Students must also maintain satisfactory academic progress as outlined in the Curry College Course Catalog (PDF)

Early Action Awards

Early Action (EA) is a non-binding application option where students who apply and complete their application under this plan by the December 1 deadline will have an admission decision mailed to you by December 15.

If you are accepted under the Early Action plan, you will automatically receive an Early Action Award of $2,000. This award is renewable for three additional years resulting in an award total of $8,000 provided you continue consecutive enrollment as a full-time, degree seeking student and remain in good academic, social and judicial standing. No additional application or FAFSA is required. Students who file the FAFSA may also qualify for need-based financial aid.

PAL Supplemental Award

The PAL Supplemental Award in the amount of $2,000 is offered to select full-time, degree seeking undergraduate students who believe will make a significantly positive impact on our campus. No additional application or FAFSA is required. The PAL Supplemental Award is a one-year grant and not a need-based scholarship. Students who file the FAFSA may also qualify for need-based financial aid.

Duration:Renewable for up to four years. Renewal is based upon the student's ability to maintain at least a 2.5 grade point average (GPA) or better while completing a minimum of 30 semester credit hours per academic year.

Criteria for Consideration:Available for IBEW - Local 103 members and their families only. Consideration is given to accepted full-time first-year students with a minimum grade point average (GPA) of 2.5. Decisions will be based on many factors including GPA, extracurricular activities, and test scores.

South Boston Boys & Girls Club Scholarship

Value:$5,000 per year$20,000 over four years

Duration:Renewable for up to four years. Renewal is based upon the student's ability to maintain a grade point average (GPA) of 2.5 or better while completing a minimum of 30 semester credit hours per academic year.

Criteria for consideration:Available to South Boston Boys & Girls club members only. Consideration is given to accepted full-time first-year students graduating from high school with a minimum grade point average (GPA) of 2.5. Decisions will be based on many factors including high school GPA and extracurricular activities.

Merit Scholarships For Students Who Entered Curry During The 2011-2012 or 2012-2013 Academic Year

If you were offered a merit scholarship at the time of Admission, your scholarship is automatically renewable as long as you continue to maintain the minimum 2.7 cumulative GPA outlined in your letter and remain continuously enrolled in consecutive semesters in the College as a full-time student in a degree program. You are not required to file a FAFSA to receive a merit based award but you are encouraged to do so. All merit scholarships will be credited to the student's tuition account approximately one week after the end of the add/drop period for the semester.

Curry College Trustees Scholarship - $12,000

Academic Achievement Scholarship - $6,500

Excellence In Education Scholarship - $3,000

Merit Scholarships for Students Who Entered Curry prior to September, 2011

If you were offered a merit scholarship at the time of Admission, your scholarship is automatically renewable as long as you continue to maintain the cumulative GPA outlined in your offer letter and remain continuously enrolled in consecutive semesters in the College as a full-time student in a degree program. You are not required to file a FAFSA to receive a merit based award but you are encouraged to do so. All merit scholarships will be credited to the student's tuition account approximately one week after the end of the add/drop period for the semester.

Scholarships: GPA for Renewal*

Award

Value

Renewal GPA

President's Scholarship

$12,000

3.5

Dean's Scholarship

$6,500

3.0

Leadership Scholarship

$3,000

2.5

*criteria for students who entered as of fall 2007

You are not required to file a FAFSA to receive a merit based award. All merit scholarships will be credited to the student's tuition account approximately one week after the end of the add/drop period for the semester.

Named Scholarships

Ernest P. Anastos Scholarship - Established by Ernest P. "Ernie" Anastos '61, a Communication major while a student at Curry and a New York City television news anchorman. Awarded to a deserving communication major of good character, academic ability, and financial need, with preference given to a student aspiring to a career in television.

The Theodore D. "Ted" Baldwin Scholarship - Established by Ted Baldwin, who excelled at Curry and graduated magna cum laude. Ted reached his full academic potential through the PAL program which helped him see his dyslexia as a challenge to his learning abilities and as an opportunity and not as a disability. In the spirit of helping others confronting their own learning abilities, this scholarship is awarded to a deserving student in the PAL program.

The Carroll Nursing Scholarship - This scholarship was established by Paul '83 and his wife Jean Carroll in memory of their son, Paul Carroll, III. In appreciation of the wonderful care and compassion the nursing staff showed their son and family while he was hospitalized. This scholarship is awarded to a Nursing student from MA in need of financial assistance.

Neil A. Collins Memorial Scholarship - This scholarship was established by Nancy Kidder in memory of her son Neil Collins. Neil was a man of integrity who took his responsibilities seriously and could be counted on to keep his word. He overcame many obstacles and faced challenges with great courage. This scholarship is awarded to adult students with learning disabilities who, like Neil, embark on the journey of transformative learning and discover the amazing strengths they bring to it.

Frieda and Joseph Drapkin Scholarship - Established in memory of Joseph Drapkin by his late wife, Frieda Drapkin, both long-time trustees of the College, to aid deserving Curry students of high standards and good character who, like the Drapkins themselves, demonstrate excellence in the achievement of entrepreneurial endeavor and civic leadership.

The Carol Freedman Education Scholarship Fund - Established by Carol Freedman '66, an Education major while a student at Curry and a very active member of the Curry College campus. Carol made a very successful career of educating elementary age students. Awarded to a deserving education major of good character, academic ability, with preference given to a student aspiring to a career in teaching.

Benjamin Gordon Scholarship - Established by Mr. and Mrs. Alan G. Weiler of Scarsdale, New York, in honor of Mrs. Weiler's father, to aid deserving, intellectually gifted applicants to Curry College's PAL program who could not otherwise avail themselves of this unique opportunity.

Edward H. Hastings Scholarship - This scholarship was established by the Student Government Association of Curry College in memory of long-time Curry Professor and Dean Edward H. Hastings. It is awarded annually to a student of junior status in good academic standing who has made a contribution to the arts, particularly music, at Curry College.

Justin Hughes Memorial Scholarship - Established at Curry College to perpetuate Justin's memory. A 1996 honor graduate of the college, Justin was killed shortly after his graduation from Curry in the summer of 1997. Justin was 23 years old. Awarded to a returning student who has participated in at least one semester in the GEAR-UP Program or similar community outreach program and must commit to at least one semester of continued participation each year of the award.

Justin P. Hughes Endowed Scholarship Fund II - This scholarship was established by Justin Hughes' parents, Pat and Carole, to continue to honor the memory of their son. The goal of the scholarship is to help high achieving students who need financial assistance in order to complete their degrees. The fund will be awarded to one or more students who are at least entering their Junior year who have a minimum 3.0 grade point average, are in good social standing and have a demonstrated financial need.

Vivian C. Jewett Scholarship - Sponsored by alumnae of the former Perry Normal School, which became part of Curry College in 1974. Awarded each year to an education major showing academic promise and financial need, the scholarship honors Perry's long-time teacher and dean.

Jerrold P. Kahn Scholarship - Established by Mr. and Mrs. Arnold Kahn of Albany, New York, in memory of their son, Jerrold P. Kahn '73, to aid a deserving entering junior or senior in the Communication program, with preference given to a student who aspires to a career in radio.

Mahoney Family Scholarship - The Mahoney Family Scholarship, an endowed scholarship established by Barbara and Trustee John "Ted" Mahoney, Esq., the parents of Curry alumnus John J. Mahoney '03, this scholarship seeks to provide assistance to student(s) demonstrating both financial need and an exceptional determination to overcome challenges and succeed at Curry College.

Leeder-Sandler Scholarship - Established by Celia Leeder Sandler '81; her husband, Gary Sandler; and her parents, Mr. & Mrs. Earle Leeder. Awarded annually to a deserving Curry College student concentrating in social work and maintaining an overall grade point average of 3.0 or better.

Agnes M. Lindsay Trust - An annual scholarship grant awarded to students from rural Maine, Massachusetts, New Hampshire or Vermont with financial need. (Rural is defined by the Trust as 5,000 inhabitants or fewer.)

Judith and Michael Meshken Scholarship - Established by Judith and Michael Meshken, the scholarship shall be awarded each year by Curry to a needy student attending the College on a full-time basis who has proper academic and moral standing. Preference shall be given to students from Connecticut.

Jennifer Ann Phillips Memorial Scholarship - This scholarship was established by Mr. and Mrs. David M. Phillips in loving memory of their daughter Jennifer after her death in 1980. It is awarded to an outstanding freshman, sophomore or junior with learning disabilities or one who wishes to teach those with learning disabilities. The recipient must demonstrate financial need and academic excellence defined as "striving and working to full potential"

Lois R. Pickering Early Childhood Education Scholarship - Established in accordance with the final wishes of Lois R. Pickering, a 1932 graduate of the Perry Normal School, a predecessor school of the Curry College Education Department. Awarded to a returning student who has demonstrated good character, respect for others and of the teaching and learning environment.

Publicover Family Scholarship - Established by Roy K. Publicover '68, a trustee of Curry College, in memory of his parents, Cecilia R. and Albert F. Publicover. Awarded each year to a deserving sophomore, junior, or senior of superior academic achievement and demonstrated leadership in the Curry College community.

Gertrude Whall Queen Scholarship - Established by Juanita Queen, a former member of the Curry College Corporation, in memory of her mother, Gertrude Whall Queen '02, an alumna and major benefactor of Curry College. Awarded to deserving female students of demonstrated ability, character, and potential for excellence.

Scangas Foundation Scholarship - Established by the Scangas Foundation to offer financial assistance to Curry College students of ability and need who are majoring in business management. Preference will be given to students from Lynn, Massachusetts, and to employees or children of employees of West Lynn Creamery, Inc. and Richdale Dairy Stores, Inc., but excluding any persons related to the owners of those companies.

Bernice and Samuel Shapiro Scholarship - Established by Samuel Shapiro, a noted industrialist, philanthropist, and holder of an honorary Doctoral degree from Curry, along with his wife, to assist gifted yet needy applicants to the College's PAL program who, like their grandson, a Curry alumnus, demonstrated prior outstanding leadership abilities at the secondary school level.

Jordan Vogel Memorial Scholarship - Established in memory of a vibrant young man, loyal friend, and loving son, whose life flourished while attending the Curry College Program for Advancement of Learning (PAL). The scholarship provides Jordan's fellow PAL students with the means to continue their education at Curry and the support they need to achieve their full potential.

D. Forbes Will Scholarship - Established in memory of Mr. Will, a highly regarded member of Curry's Board from 1972 to 1983, to aid College students of high standards and good character who show potential for civic and community leadership, with preference given to students from Canton and Milton, Massachusetts.

A seperate scholarship application is not required for these awards as all eligible students are considered automatically. However, you are strongly encouraged to file the FAFSA. If you have any questions about your eligibility for any of the scholarship funds listed below, please contact the Student Financial Services Office at 617-333-2354 or Fin-Aid@curry.edu.